A human rights group has denounced the financial terrorism charges filed against two pastors of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Zamboanga Sibugay. The pastors had extended sanctuary to individuals claiming their lives were in danger—a fundamental act of compassion…
Kabacan New Roads Bridge Communities, Advance Mindanao Peace
Kabacan, Cotabato — In a move to support Mindanao peace process and uplift the local economy, Kabacan officials inaugurated four newly completed barangay roads and a multi-purpose building on Tuesday, January 7. The infrastructure projects, located in Upper Paatan, Lower…
Mindanao Poised for Economic Growth in 2025, Says MinDA Chief
Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chair Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno has painted an optimistic picture of the economic future of Mindanao, highlighting several key drivers that are expected to power the region’s growth in 2025. “The economic outlook for Mindanao…
Father and Daughter Survive Cliff Plunge in Zamboanga Sibugay
A father and his daughter survived a harrowing road incident when their van plunged off a cliff on Friday, January 3. The police identified the victims as 60-year-old Hersole Pasuquin and his 28-year-old daughter Herjene. They sustained only minor injuries…
Tragedy on the Highway: A Family’s Outing Turns Fatal in Davao City
What started as a joyful New Year outing in Davao City ended in tragedy for a family from Maguindanao del Norte. Their tight-knit Catholic community is mourning and demanding justice for a horrific highway collision. The lives of four family…
Mourning Sweeps the Region as Former Lanao del Sur Governor Passes Away
Cotabato City, Philippines — The province of Lanao del Sur and its capital, Marawi City, are in mourning following the passing of former governor Bedjoria Soraya Alonto-Adiong on Friday, December 27. The 82-year-old ex-governor, who was active in socio-economic and…
Policeman’s Bus Rampage Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Officers Wounded
COTABATO CITY, Philippines — A policeman is now behind bars after a shocking shooting spree on a passenger bus at the Cotabato-Davao del Sur border before dawn on Saturday, December 28. The incident left one passenger dead and two responding…
Endangered Green Sea Turtle Returns to the Wild in Zamboanga del Norte
Government agency’s personnel released a green sea turtle, an endangered species, back into the wild in Zamboanga del Norte. This successful wildlife rescue effort highlights the ongoing commitment of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to protecting the…
Japan Lowers Travel Advisory as Peace and Opportunity Flourish
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan lowers its travel advisory levels for parts of Mindanao. This move could spark a surge in Japanese tourist arrivals, boosting economic activities and attracting investments to the region. Dr. Adrian Tamayo, public relations…
Why the Mindanao Railway Project is a Game-Changer
The completion of the feasibility study for the third phase of the transformative Mindanao Railway project is expected by the first quarter, according to the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center. This milestone promises to unlock new opportunities for connectivity, commerce, and…
Zamboanga Sibugay Journalists Shine as Fellows in Prestigious Climate Reporting
Two veteran journalists from Zamboanga Sibugay are among of the four Mindanao representatives selected as fellows for the Jaime Espina Klima Correspondents Fellowship, a program dedicated to amplifying stories of climate action and renewable energy transition in the Philippines. Elvie…
Military Vows to Crush Kidnap Group Behind Missing American
The military has intensified its campaign to dismantle the group responsible for the kidnapping of American citizen Elliot Onil Eastman, who has remained missing since his abduction over a month ago. Officials revealed that the perpetrators are a mix of…
